Crew Lead - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

TITLE: Crew Lead

JOB SUMMARY: Crew Lead provides leadership and oversight to small groups (1-3 workers) and actively participates in performing work to complete the scope of work. A crew lead represents Wolf Construction in the field to customers, subcontractors, vendors, employees, and other trades.

*This position will be working in both the Lincoln, NE and Omaha, NE locations. Only apply if those locations work for you. 

REPORTING:

- Reports to: Superintendents and Foreman

- Direct Reports: Carpenters and Laborers

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

- Attendance

- Attitude

- Teachable

- Demonstrated carpentry within trade

JOB COMPENTENCIES:

- Carpentry or Trade Skills

- Communication

- Team Work

- Health, Safety, and Security

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Leads small teams of people (a crew) in work activities

- Actively works with tool bags on, in performing scope of work and should be considered competent at his craft (trim, framing, siding, roofing, etc.)

- Trouble shoots problems at hand and resolve issues as quickly as possible

- Working knowledge of Wolf Construction policies and procedures and will 1) correct minor infractions or 2) notify Superintendent or Foreman of infractions

- Responsible for pace and quality of work being done the team

- Participates in training of new employees

- Works safely and ensures that others on the team are working safely

- Knows the responsibilities of being a “competent person” based on OSHA definitions

- From time to time, may be assigned to run projects

- Other duties as assigned

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS:

- Ability to read tape measure to the nearest inch, half inch, quarter inch, and one-eighth inch marks (one-sixteenth and thirty-second inch marks for trim carpenters)

- Ability to use hand tools such as hammer, cat’s paw, pry bar, speed square, utility knife, and chalk line

- Basic understanding of blueprints, drawings, and layouts

- Ability to climb ladders, both extension and step

- Able to work from heights, such as scaffolding, forklifts equipped with baskets, and on multiple story buildings

- Able to perform basic construction, demolition, and cleanup activities with guidance from foreman or crew leader

- Forklift Operator Certification

- Aerial Boom Certification

- Powder Actuated Certification *if assigned to use Powder Actuated Tools

-Must have Valid Driver's license with up to date personal vehicle insurance

FRAMING SPECIFIC

- Ability to proficiently use framing nail gun, worm-drive saw, reciprocating saw , and hammer drill.

- Ability to proficiently install a window

- Ability to locate and proficiently install a hold down

- Ability to layout and install stair stringers and landings

- Ability to install bulkheads

PRIVILEGES & AUTHORIZATIONS:

- Authorized to drive company vehicles (with valid driver’s license) from time to time

- Authorized to use company equipment (with proper training)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- 95% of time is spent working at job sites.

- Environmental /Sensory: The Crew Lead must work outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. The Crew Lead may be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells. He/she may at times be exposed to dangerous and /or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose and skin irritation and infection.

- Mental: (conditions that may lead to mental or emotional fatigue) The Crew Lead must complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. He/she must be able to effectively deal with the public in a courteous and respectful manner.

PHYSICAL:

- Job is physically strenuous and demanding.

- Job requires bending, stretching and twisting.

- Job involves lifting, pulling, and managing heavy equipment and objects.

- Job requires ability to perform tasks on all areas and aspects of construction project.

- Job requires ability to climb ladders for heights of up to 60 feet, and crawl for distances of 50 feet.

- Job requires ability to work with tools, lumber and materials.

- Job requires ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 80 lbs. for 50 feet is required.

HAZARDS:

- Normal hazards associated with construction environment.

COMPENSATION:

- Hourly (commensurate with experience)

- Paid Time Off Program

- 401k – available after eligibility requirements are met, including match

- Health Insurance – Standard Rate

- Dental and/or Vision Insurance – Payroll deduct

- Life Insurance – Base policy w/ option to payroll deduct additional amounts